Initiatives of the Kyrgyz Republic on promoting sustainable development of mountain regions

Interview with the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Iran Mr. Turdakun Sydykov

Climate change poses a serious threat to the most important aspects of life in mountain countries. These include an increase in natural disasters, threats to food security, growing hungry populations, the most vulnerable of whom are women and girls, slower economic growth, water scarcity and growing tensions between countries.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Climate change mounting pressure on mountains

TEHRAN –Since climate change intensifies environmental pressures on mountains, adaptation becomes essential to build resilience and reduce vulnerability.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Mountains' valuable functions make their preservation essential

TEHRAN – Mountains are home to 15 percent of the world´s population and a quarter of the world’s land animals and plants, they provide fresh water to half of humanity, so their conservation is critical for sustainable development.